Vegan Diaries - Greek Style Chick Pea Sandwich

 I have been doing some cooking experiments the last couple of months (RT will graciously accept prayers and maybe a free meal or two).   I have been pretty lucky with the majority of the meal finds.   

I tested these Greek Style Chickpea Sandwiches (a couple of times) and they turned out to be quite tasty!   The chick peas are seasoned and baked in the oven for added crunchiness.  The hummus adds flavor and also keeps those chick peas from falling out onto your plate.  And, wow, what can I say about that tzatziki sauce except that it's awesome!  

Here's the recipe:

Greek Style Chick Pea Sandwich

for the chickpeas

1 can chickpeas, drained

1/2 TBSP olive oil

1/4 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp garlic powder

"Tzatziki"

1/4 cup plain vegan yogurt*

1/8 tsp peeled, grated cucumber

1 clove garlic

1/4 TBSP dill

1/2 tsp lemon juice

Toppings:

1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup cucumber, quartered

1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 TBSP olive oil

Garlic hummus

feta cheese

pitas*

instructions:

Oven 400F.

Combine chick peas and seasonings in bowl.  Mix until well covered.  Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone liner.  Place chick peas on baking sheet and place in oven for 20 minutes.  Check chick peas, flip over and bake for another 10-15 minutes so they are almost crunchy.

While the chick peas are baking, make the "tzaziki."  Mix all ingredients in bowl and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.

To serve:  spread a spoonful of hummus on center of pita or tortilla (this is to hold the chick peas).  Top with the veggies and tzatziki.  Feel free to add feta and/or lettuce.

This recipe makes 3-4 sandwiches.

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*I used a vegan style mayonnaise

*If you don't have pita's, try using a tortilla.

These received a thumbs up all around. 

If you make these Greek Style Chick Pea Sandwiches, let me know in the comments.

Enjoy!